Cafe at The Robey hotel offering American fare for brunch & dinner, plus a cocktail lounge upstairs. In an art deco–style former office building dating from 1929, this upmarket hotel on an intersection with shops and eateries is a minute's walk from an "L" station and 6 miles from Millennium Park. Featuring hardwood floors and custom furniture, the streamlined rooms come with free Wi-Fi, smart TVs and Bluetooth speakers, plus designer toiletries and luxe linens. Some rooms and suites provide sitting areas and/or city views. An upgraded suite has a separate living room and a bar. Amenities include a polished French/American restaurant and a warm lounge, in addition to a rooftop terrace with a bar, an outdoor pool and sweeping city views.

Address: 1600 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

Phone: (872) 315-3084

Creative cocktails & small bites define this sophisticated, stylish bar. Opened in 2007, The Violet Hour is known as the pioneer of Chicago’s craft cocktail movement. An incubator for some of the world’s top bar talents, the cocktail program is led by Head Mixologist and Partner, Toby Maloney. Featuring a seasonally rotating cocktail list, The Violet Hour is located in Chicago’s Wicker Park neighborhood. The unmarked façade of the bar displays an ever-changing mural with a singular light bulb designating its entrance. A marble bar spans the length of the candle lit room, featuring dramatic crystal chandeliers, giving the space an elegant speakeasy vibe. Some major accolades include the James Beard Award of Excellence for “Outstanding Bar Program”, and has graced the pages of Vogue, the New York Times and more.

Address: 1520 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60622

Phone: (773) 252-1500

Stylish spot with seasonal pasta & vegetables on the New American menu along with craft cocktails. Midwest inspired, pasta focused restaurant and all day market located in Logan Square.

Address: 2523 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

Phone: (773) 661-1671

An elevated American menu from a husband-&-wife team served in a narrow, elegant space. Community Tavern, nestled in the Portage Park neighborhood of Chicago, is a new American restaurant owned and operated by husband and wife team, Joey & Brenna Beato. Our dream has always been to run our very own elevated 'mom & pop' restaurant in the neighborhood we call home. Chef Joey combines seasonal, local midwestern ingredients with pan-Asian influences. His food is a reflection of his upbringing, professional experiences and desire to take care of people with his cooking. Community's extensive beverage program complements Joey's dishes with a diverse wine selection, creative cocktails and craft beer. Our team is small and tight-knit, feeling more like family than colleagues. This fosters an environment of sincere, warm hospitality that radiates throughout our walls. Community is truly a labor of love in more ways than one.

Address: 4038 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60641

Phone: (773) 283-6080

Casual spot with a pub vibe serving up craft brews, signature ribs & other American fare since 1963. Since 1963, Gale Street Inn has been serving up our famous fall-off-the-bone ribs, prime steaks and market fresh seafood to Chicagoans and lucky visitors alike. Located directly across the street from the Jefferson Park transit terminal, Gale Street is the perfect place to stop for an after work cocktail with friends from the city and celebrate with family from the 'burbs. Stop by and let our outstanding staff treat you to what the Tribune has called "the locally renowned Gale Street Inn." Ribs, Steaks, and Great Seafood since 1963. Home of Chicago's finest ribs!

Address: 4914 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60630

Phone: (773) 725-1300

Contemporary restaurant offering innovative, seasonal New American cuisine in a hip, rustic space. The Bristol has helped shape the Chicago Hospitality scene since 2008 as a neighborhood staple. Chef Larry Feldmeier has recently taken the reins with an evolved vision of The Bristol’s cuisine.The food is deliberately created, packed with flavor and unpretentious. The menu is a hybrid of classic and contemporary based in French techniques but remains New American with farm-fresh produce and rooted in Midwest sensibilities.

Address: 2152 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

Phone: (773) 862-5555